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Service members and civilians in matching Japanese-style robes wave fans in the air and cheer.

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Marines, sailors and members of their families celebrate with residents in Ginowan, Japan, Sept. 29, 2019, before participating in the 2019 Ginowan Hagoromo Festival Kanchashii dance competition.

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Tags: Military Families, Navy, Marine Corps, Indo-Pacific
Credit: Marine Corps Cpl. Christopher Madero VIRIN: 190929-M-MI059-1234Y.JPG

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